Decision

The Portfolio Holder for Public Protection and Enforcement approved the renewal of the Public Space Protection Order (Dog Controls) 2023/2026.

The Portfolio Holder approved the amendment to the current Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) under section 59 of the Anti-Social Behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014, that a person can be in charge of no more than three dogs at any one time in a public place, unless they have a licence issued by Bromley Council.

The Portfolio Holder approved the reduction in the number of dogs permitted to be walked under licence to four dogs and approved the extension of Dogs on Lead designated areas, to include all cemeteries, allotments and park cafe seating areas within the administrative area of Bromley. These amendments would come into effect from the 1st of September 2023.

Reasons for the decision

The decision was made so that Bromley Council could exercise powers to effectively challenge the minority of dog owners who do not act responsibly and so that the Council could avail of adequate legislation to enforce against dog related anti-social behaviour. Increased enforcement action is a key aim within ‘Making Bromley Even Better’ in improving a safe and quality environment for the public.